Ada Coleman
Ada Coleman | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1875 |
| Died | 1966 |
| Occupation | Bartender |
| Known for | Creating the Hanky Panky cocktail |
Ada Coleman (1875–1966) was a renowned English bartender who worked at the Savoy Hotel in London. She is best known for creating the Hanky Panky cocktail.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Ada Coleman was born in 1875 in England. Little is known about her early life before she began her career in bartending.
Career[edit | edit source]
Ada Coleman started her career at the Savoy Hotel in London in 1903. She quickly gained a reputation for her skill and creativity in mixing drinks. Coleman was one of the few female bartenders of her time, a rarity in the early 20th century.
The Hanky Panky Cocktail[edit | edit source]
One of Coleman's most famous creations is the Hanky Panky cocktail. The drink was created for the actor Charles Hawtrey, who was a regular at the American Bar at the Savoy Hotel. The cocktail is a mix of gin, vermouth, and Fernet-Branca.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Ada Coleman is remembered as one of the pioneering female bartenders in the history of mixology. Her contributions to the field have been recognized and celebrated by bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts around the world.
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